Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how and why we use them on our website, and the choices you have regarding their use. You can change your cookie preferences at any time.
Who are ‘we’?
In this policy, “SRT”, “we”, “us” or “our” refers to Seal Research Trust, a UK-based charitable organisation dedicated to the research, protection and conservation of seals and their habitats.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and provide information about how visitors use the site. Cookies cannot be used to identify you personally.
If you prefer not to accept cookies, you can still browse our website. Any information collected through cookies is used in an aggregated and anonymous way.
Why do we use cookies?
We use cookies to help make our website work effectively and to improve your experience. In particular, cookies allow us to:
Understand how visitors use our website
Improve website performance and content
Remember your preferences where applicable
Ensure website security and functionality
Monitor website traffic and usage patterns
Our website may also include embedded content or sharing tools (such as social media links). These third-party services may place cookies on your device when you interact with them. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the relevant third-party cookie policies for more information.
Types of cookies we use
Session cookies
These cookies are temporary and only exist for the duration of your browsing session. They are deleted when you close your browser and are used to support basic website functionality.
Persistent cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us remember preferences or understand how visitors return to and use our site over time.
First-party and third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set directly by the Seal Research Trust website.
Third-party cookies are set by external services we may use, such as analytics providers or payment platforms.
Each third-party service is responsible for its own cookie practices and policies.
Analytics and third-party services
We may use analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to help us understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect anonymised information such as pages visited, time spent on the site and general usage patterns.
Third-party vendors, including Google, may use cookies to show relevant content or adverts elsewhere based on your interaction with our website. You can opt out of personalised advertising through your Google Ads Settings or via www.aboutads.info.
Do I have to agree to cookies?
Most web browsers automatically accept cookies. You can choose to manage or disable cookies through your browser settings or via the cookie preference tool on our website at any time.
Please note that restricting cookies may affect how well certain parts of the website function.
Cookies are specific to the website that creates them and cannot be accessed by other websites.
How to manage or delete cookies
You can learn more about cookies and how to manage them at:
www.aboutcookies.org
Browser-specific guidance is available here:
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can download the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page and will take effect immediately.